Craving Sweets
What types of food, vitamins or supplements can I take to curb sweet cravings?
Unfortunately, there is no magic weapon against the battle of the sweet tooth, despite the claims of many diet aids out there on the market. However, here are some suggestions you can try.
Sponsor Links
[what's this?]
Make sure you have an adequate intake of all the B vitamins. You might want to take chromium supplements, as the body tends to eliminate this mineral when sugar intakes are high.
Finally, try to satisfy your cravings with fresh fruit rather than candy or gum. Some say spices like cinnamon, vanilla or nutmeg can help you resist the sugar urge.
Omega-3 fatty acids, found in oily fish such as sardines and salmon, have been shown to reduce sun damage to the skin.